Most government offices, retail stores and restaurants will be closed on Christmas Day, but a few will remain open for at least part of the day.
Get some coffee, a bite to eat, or visit a pharmacy or convenience store.
Government
State and Federal offices: Closed
City Hall: Closed
Library: Closed
Senior Center: Closed
Post Office: Closed
Mass. RMV: Closed
Retailers
Most will be closed, but can be open at owner’s discretion.
Liquor Stores: Closed
Most CVS stores will be open on Christmas but hours may vary. The CVS in Target will be closed. Find store contact information here.
Walgreens will be open on Christmas. The one on Main Street in Waltham is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Most 7-Elevens will be open 24 hours on Christmas
Restaurants
Most will be closed, but can be open at owner’s discretion.
Starbucks in Watertown Square will be open 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. The locations in Cushing Square and on Galen Street will be closed.
Some Dunkin‘ locations will be open on Christmas. Information on which ones was not available on the Dunkin’ website.
According to USA Today, many IHOPs, and McDonald’s locations will be open on Christmas.